The Bond Between Us novel Chapter 278

Anastasia said casually, "Yeah, the perks at Elysian Technologies are top-notch. My husband tells me that they're bumping up his pay again because he's been killing it at work. That means we can chill a bit more, save some dough and our kid won't have any trouble going to school in the future."

As she talked about this, a hopeful and happy look spread across Anastasia's face. More income meant more happiness. Most of the troubles in life came from money troubles. Anastasia and Herman were sitting pretty with a three-bedroom apartment and good salaries. She was stoked about the future.

Christine, seeing the smile on Anastasia's face, chimed in with a grin, "True that, contentment often brings joy."

Anastasia's smile was infectious. Seeing how easily satisfied she was, Christine finally got why the big cheese of the Salstrom family chose plain Jane Anastasia.

Anastasia agreed, "You're spot on. Contentment does bring joy. Pattie's almost five now, and she'll start first grade next year. Since she hasn't been to school yet, she's a bit behind her peers. I'm worried she won't be able to keep up. I'm thinking about getting her into a prep class."

Anastasia was planning out her child's future, and genuinely concerned for her family.

Christine asked, "Anastasia, have you ever thought about having a child of your own with your husband?"

Caught off guard, Anastasia didn't know how to respond. She and Herman couldn't have children, so that was a no-go. But she couldn't say that out loud. She laughed and said, "Let's just go with the flow, Ms. Christine. Do we have any clients this afternoon?" Anastasia quickly changed the subject.

"Yep, we do," Christine said. "I'll go over the work for the past two months. Once you're caught up, you won't feel at a loss."

"Thanks, Ms. Christine," Anastasia said sincerely. "Ever since you returned to AL Jewelry, the people from the design team have been very obedient."

"Your accident was no secret in the department. The instigators have been punished. Who would dare go against you now?" Christine said. "Everyone is looking forward to your return."

Anastasia didn't buy that. She knew Christine was just trying to comfort her. It was Christine's doing that the design team was behaving. Christine was an old-timer at AL Jewelry and had clout. Her endorsement earned Anastasia respect at the company.